The Complete Guide to Chair Caning: Restoring Cane Rush Splint Wicker & Rattan Furniture

About this book

Jim Widess co-author of the best selling Caners Handbook owner of The Caning Shop and one of the fields top authorities presents crafters with five amazingly detailed chairmaking projects theyll treasure for years to come. Best of all with the help of a thorough basics chapter reader-friendly instructions and a plethora of illuminating color photographs even beginners can complete every beautiful item. Find out how to use machine-made caning to restore an old chair or create an entirely new one by hand. Fashion a durable and comfortable rush seat using fiber thats twisted into long strands or create a traditional splint-caned porch rocker. Theres invaluable information on the different types of available cane various woven patterns and interesting rattan wraps.